Early Experiences: The Influence of Stress on Children’s Development

Virtual- Strengthening Families

This workshop will explore the impact of family violence and other family conflict on children is developing brains. Stress and anxiety can be healthy responses to difficult situations for children, but when stress and anxiety is prolonged and frequent it can lead to negative health outcomes for children as they grow. Participants in this workshop […]

Constructing Consistency: Building Your Positive Behaviour Toolbox

Virtual- Strengthening Families

This workshop will provide parents and caregivers with evidence-based information, support and resources that will help build the skills too positively, effectively guide, and support children’s behaviours. Participants will learn new and innovative strategies for positive behaviour guidance and understand the impact of separation, divorce and other family conflict has on children’s development, and will […]

Coffee and Playtime Collaboration with Speech Therapist (ages 0 – 6)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Coffee and Play is a program that provides a safe and supportive environment where caregivers can bring their little ones to explore and engage in a variety of play activities, and come together with others to discuss their challenges, share their experiences, and learn from one another. During each session, participants will be provided with […]

Free

Soup Sisters

The YW is supported by donations of soup every month from Calgary Soup Sisters and Broth Brothers.

Strides Forward: Strategies and Supports for Effective Co-parenting

Virtual- Strengthening Families

Learning how to move forward and navigate a co-parenting arrangement amongst changing relationships can be difficult. Join Family Access Services to learn more about common challenges associated to co-parenting, the benefits of establishing a healthy co-parenting arrangement and different strategies and ideas for making co-parenting more manageable. Free Virtual Email to Register Click Here to […]

Alberta Employment Standards Seminar

Register Here Join us at the YW Calgary Hub facility for an informative seminar on Alberta Employment Standards in collaboration with the Workers' Resource Centre. Whether you're an employer or an employee, this event is essential for understanding your rights and responsibilities in the workplace. Our expert speakers will cover topics such as workplace rights, and labour laws. […]

Taking Care: Physical and Mental Well-being for Families During Seperation and Divorce

Virtual- Strengthening Families

This workshop will examine the specific challenges that family restructuring can bring and focus on strategies to promote self-care in adults and children to enhance overall family well-being during separation and divorce. Participants will learn strategies and develop tools to keep themselves and their children emotionally safer through family transitions, as well as recognizing the […]

Parent Chat: You Got This! Navigating Being a Working Mom

YW Calgary Online (Virtual) 1715 17 Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

The balancing act of being a working mom is not easy. You got this! will provide an opportunity to build community and participate in facilitator led conversations in helping navigate the pressures and challenges of being a mom and a career woman. Register

Free

Sensory Play for Little Ones (Ages 0-6)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

  The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. Register

Free

Family Yoga: Starting the day off Right

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Come join us in a gentle yoga practice to learn about poses that will help your baby with digestion and sleep. This is an opportunity to connect and create a strong healthy bond with your baby while enjoying a gentle stretch for yourself. Namaste! In this session, a guest facilitator will lead families into a state […]

Free